Herpes outbreaks can be
embarrassing, not to mention uncomfortable and painful. And sometimes, prescription medication
doesn’t fend off the flare ups. But with
some consideration and creativity, we can add superfoods to our diet that will
help our body fight off the herpes virus.
Cranberries may help to fight
infection by the herpes virus, one of the most common viral infections in
humans, according to recent research. Cranberries
are already known to prevent urinary tract infections by reducing the power of
certain E. coli bacteria to stick to the urinary tract walls, and recent
studies suggest that cranberries also significantly suppressed herpes type 2 by
preventing the virus to attach to and penetrate the walls. HSV-2 or herpes simplex infection causes cold
sores and genital herpes.
Broccoli
fights cancer, heart disease and other serious conditions. It’s high in vitamin C, which helps strengthen the immune
system. Broccoli may also inhibit the herpes simplex virus from reproducing.
Kelp
is a stellar, nutrient-dense sea vegetable that can also help eliminate herpes
outbreaks. It is also known as Laminaria and it works as a blood
purifier.
Other superfoods that can help strengthen the
body’s immune system to fight the herpes simplex virus are those that are high
in vitamins B, C, and E, as well as lysine, an amino acid. Fish, bean sprouts, fruits, vegetables, and
whole grain complex carbohydrates are all great sources for these. Try to avoid refined sugars, stimulants like
caffeine, alcohol, excessive sun exposure, and smoking, as these all have the
ability to deplete energy stores which can in turn compromise your immunity and
your ability to fend off infections. Stress
is a major cause for herpes outbreaks, so do whatever possible to minimize stress
in your life - get plenty of sleep, take time out to relax, and get plenty of
fresh air and exercise.
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